Need to connect two ps/2 (or AT) keyboards to one computer with one port
My machine interface uses the ps/2 input on the PC for the buttons on the console. I can also plug in an external keyboard, but it overrides the console buttons. I want to leave the keyboard plugged in...
View ArticlePCNC 1100 G00 Rapid Move
Our Tormach PCNC1100 III very frequently stalls on G00 rapid move. This is set to 100 IPM. Is there a way we can override and slow it down to 70-80 IPM?
View ArticleTESA Reflex MH3D controller Connected to Old Brown and Sharpe Microval 343
Hello, I bought an old machine Brown and Sharpe Microval 343, and I have a TESA Controller Reflex model MH3D, please some body know how I can Connect head-Readers to TESA MH3D controller, the...
View Article12.9 steel or EN24T
Hi guys, I need to turn .25" diameter x 2" long pins from either 12.9 high tensile M8 bolts or EN24T which comes minimum 0.5" diameter in the UK. Which is easier to machine on a manual lathe? 12.9 high...
View ArticleNeed Help! seperating digits
Hi, There may or may not be an easy/possible way. But..... I would like to separate a variable into individual numbers so 123456 would become 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 Any ideas?
View ArticleNeed Help! Suitable Pump for Vacuum Table
Hi all I'm fairly new to CNC work (and posting on forums). I have a Heiz 1000 CNC Router which we use for our business cutting craft shapes name plaques and allsorts from Birch Ply from 5.1mm though to...
View ArticleDB9 Pin Out That Actually Works?
I have a 40M controller that I'm trying to talk to a PC with. Between the manual, on line sources, and everywhere else I have two or three different ways to wire the cable. Does some body actually have...
View ArticlePosition Points in X5
I created some position points (Mastercam X5) to help me establishing the dimensions of a pillow block and now I want to erase these points but no matter how much I zoom the points stay small and when...
View ArticleNeed Help! Can I hook a Sanyo Denki BL Super Servo Amplifier to a 3 phase...
I have a 3 phase induction motor I installed on a machine, and since I have a couple surplus Model 20BA030FFWT1 Servo Amplifiers, I was hoping to save money by using them, if possible. The induction...
View ArticleStrengthening Compression of Epoxy using Aluminum Oxide
Hi, I am building a machine and was wanting to use MadVac's technique of creating and epoxy slurry to inject between the metal to metal structural connections (ie the support beams) to insure 90%+...
View ArticleWARNING FOR SWINDLER Hi everyone; Pls, read this
WARNING FOR SWINDLER Hi everyone; Pls, read this I just want to disclose here is the swindler between us ! I had a trouble with indramat Power Supply module for my CNC Machine . To find a solution ,how...
View ArticleNeed Help! G540 Gecko Drive
Hi, can any body do a home visit to help set up a G540 geckodrive? I live in Barwell Leicester. Please let me know through my email address phildunk@ntlworld.com
View ArticleJust In homemade knee mill first test
homemade knee mill first test check it tell me what ya think of my junk
View ArticleLooking for info on Hillbilly BOB...
posted in another forum also but not getting any response..... A while back these were the rage on here for connecting a Bridgeport Boss 6 up with Mach 3. Now I can't seem to find much info or get any...
View ArticleHELP! SL1 CRT memory collating error 6782????
Hi, I just started getting this error. The machine stops and screen goes blank except for the message "CRT MEMORY COLLATING ERROR 6782". I can't do anything but shut down the machine and reboot. It...
View ArticleNewbie WHAT IS THE BEST CNC MILL FOR BEGINNERS? - DETAILS INSIDE
I have searched CNCzone for hours and haven't been able to nail down a solid choice as to the best starter machine for my needs. All the input you guys could provide would help greatly. I have hand...
View ArticleNeed A Quote Small Mold Parts
I'm looking to have a mold made that I plan on using to make small lead tubes. Linked is a drawing of the mold, please excuse my sloppy cad and mixed dimensions(all dimensions are typical). I would...
View ArticleNeed Help! GCC Spirit Laser tube price
I have a 25W GCC spirit. I want to know what is the price of Synrad laser tube new and if i go for refilling? What if I buy directly from Synrad?
View ArticleWanted: Romi ez path
Im looking for a good deal on a Romi/Bridgeport ezpath. Control dosent need to work. If you know of one, please let me know.
View ArticleCan I use this 1.5KW VFD with 400W Spindle
I bought a 1.5KW watercooled spindle with VFD but it's pretty large (and heavy) for my current setup. In the meantime, I have a 400W spindle I want to start out with. From what I gather, the spindle...
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